Rokaya Mikhailenko, CSCS

Dedicated and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in strength and conditioning, fitness instruction, and sports content writing. Holds certifications including CSCS, CPT, and USA Boxing Coach. Proven ability to develop customized training programs, motivate athletes, and enhance performance, with a background in exercise science and rehabilitation. Eager leverage expertise in physical training and sports knowledge to contribute to a dynamic organization's success.

Exercise Physiologist/Per Diem - Select Medical Outpatient Physical Therapy - Orlando

(2024-01)

• Injury Prevention through movement
• Movement Assessments
• Movement Screening
• Minor First Aid

Yoga Instructor/Group Fitness - Crunch Fitness - Orlando

(2023-01)

Primarily teaching yoga, some mat Pilates and boxing classes to a variety of participants of every age and ability.

Strength and Conditioning Coach - American Top Team Orlando - Orlando

(2023-08 - 2025-12)

• Provided specialized strength and conditioning for combat sports athletes.

Group Fitness Instructor - Crunch Fitness - Orlando

(2023-06)

• Led yoga sessions and High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) boxing classes

Sports Content Writer - Back Sports Page - Remote

(2022-08)

• Authored and edited content focusing on Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and the National Football League (NFL).

Strength and conditioning - Paradise Athletes, LLC - Orlando

(2021-01)

• Delivered strength and conditioning services, emphasizing both general strength and sport-specific training.
• Administered recovery protocols and provided therapeutic table work.
• Facilitated yoga sessions.

Recovery Center Manager - UFC Gym Midtown - Miami

(2021-01 - 2022-12)

• Earned an internal promotion to manage the recovery center operations.

Strength and Conditioning Coach - UFC Gym - Midtown, Miami

(2021-06 - 2022-07)

Strength and Conditioning internship - Bommarito's Performance System - Miami

(2020-09 - 2020-12)

Strength and Conditioning Coach - Independent Contractor, ATT Orlando - Orlando, United States

(2017-08 - 2020-12)

• Developed customized strength and conditioning programs for individuals competing in MMA and other combat sports, alongside recreational athletes and non-athletes.
• Motivated athletes to enhance their performance through effective training habits and adherence to proper nutrition.
• Optimized individual athlete performance by creating strategic personal training programs.
• Instilled proper biomechanics and training practices to prevent sports-related injuries.

Research and Writing Assistant - Keiser University - Orlando

(2016-09)

• Conducted research and writing in sports and exercise science and fitness technologies, enhancing understanding of current, science-based training practices and their implementation.
• Co-authored multiple articles published on the tatame.com.br blog, Keiser University platforms, and other educational formats.
• Presented a lecture series, 'Exercise Science Update,' via Instagram Live.
• Facilitated translation services (Russian to English, Portuguese to English) and managed communications.

Master Personal Trainer - L.A. Fitness Metro West - Orlando

(2018-10 - 2020-03)

Designed individualized physical training programs, typically structured in micro- and meso-cycles, to foster healthy lifestyle decisions for 12-25 personal training clients weekly.

• Instructed clients on the correct usage of exercise equipment.
• Engineered specific workout regimens for individual clients based on their performance capabilities.
• Articulated exercise modifications and contraindicated movements for participants with a history of injury and/or pain.
• Established organizational systems for personal fitness plans.
• Provided clients with dietary guidance and restrictions.
• Executed strength training, cardio protocols, and Range of Motion (ROM) exercises with clients.
• Prescribed safe and appropriate exercises for clients to perform independently.

Voluntary Assistant Coach - Union Park Little League - Orlando

(2018-07 - 2018-09)

• Assisted with the Fall Ball season for ages 13-14.
• Implemented dynamic warm-ups for practices and sport-specific warm-ups for games.
• Provided support during practices and games throughout the fall season.
• Educated youth athletes on the importance of strength and flexibility for injury prevention and improved performance, leading to more position-specific and personalized training.

Director of Community Education - The Center for Contemporary Dance Inc. - Orlando

(2016-05 - 2018-06)

• Developed curriculum and instructed modern, improvisation, and contemporary dance classes for diverse age groups and skill levels, ranging from 9 years old to pre-professional and competitive dancers. Instruction was provided both within the conservatory and through community outreach to the Orange County public school system.
• Maintained an exceptional attendance record, consistently arriving punctual with well-defined lesson plans.
• Established a modern dance ensemble for select pre-professional dancers.

Undergraduate Internship - Project Walk Orlando - Orlando

(2015-10 - 2015-10)

• Gained a deeper understanding of adaptive training devices by assisting with resistance, cardiorespiratory, and ROM training, categorizing equipment, and documenting equipment applications.
• Completed a 160-hour internship.

Master of Science - Sports Science and Rehabilitation - Logan University (2018-01 - 2020-12)

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science - Keiser University (2014-01 - 2017-12)

Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine & Fitness Technology - Keiser University (2014-01 - 2018-03)

EdD - Health Professions Education - Logan University (2025-01)